The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) in India for June 2024, based on the 2011-12 base year
In June 2024, India’s Wholesale Price Index (WPI) showed a provisional annual inflation rate of 3.36% compared to June 2023, driven by increased prices in food articles, manufactured food products, crude petroleum & natural gas, mineral oils, and other manufacturing sectors. The overall WPI for all commodities rose to 153.9 (base year 2011-12=100), marking a month-on-month increase of 0.39% from May 2024.
Primary articles saw a significant rise, with the index climbing to 191.6 due to higher prices in food articles and minerals. Meanwhile, the fuel & power group declined by 1.93%, mainly due to lower prices in electricity and mineral oils. Manufactured products also saw a slight increase to 141.9, driven by rises in food products, chemicals, textiles, rubber & plastics products, and motor vehicles. The food index registered an annual inflation rate of 8.68%, up from 7.40% in May 2024, reflecting higher prices in various food categories.
Positive Inflation Drivers: Increases in prices of food articles, manufactured food products, crude petroleum & natural gas, and other manufacturing sectors.
Response Rate: The WPI for June 2024 was compiled with a weighted response rate of 87.8%, while the final figure for April 2024 had a response rate of 95.8%.
The WPI for July 2024 will be released on August 14, 2024.
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